Job Title: Automation Control Systems Project Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a Controls Project Engineer with substantial experience in electrical and control systems. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of current NEC, NFPA 70E, UL508a, UL698a, and UL 1203 standards and experience with AutoCAD, electrical panels, and control panels. The role involves reviewing and interpreting customer specifications and documents to develop control system design strategies for industrial applications. Responsibilities include reviewing and analyzing customer machine or process functional requirements to develop cost-effective control system solutions, designing and producing control system manufacturing documents such as Bill of Materials, Control Panel Arrangement Drawings, and Wiring Schematics, and creating or configuring project-specific application software for PLC, HMI, and motor VFD equipment.

Responsibilities:         

• Integrate PLCs, HMI operator terminals, motor variable speed drives, machine vision cameras, motion controllers, computer & device networks, and instrumentation.            
• Engage in circuit design, hardware selection, BOM development, control panel arrangement drawings, and wiring schematics.   
• Develop software (PLC & HMI), conduct on-site wiring checkout, and assist with equipment start-up.            
• Collaborate with the Sales Department for project analysis and customer proposal development.
• Provide innovative technical solutions for automation needs in system upgrades and new equipment projects.

Hard Skills

• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, UL508a, UL698a, UL 1203
• AutoCAD
• Electrical panel design
• Control panel design
• PLC programming

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or equivalent education/experience.
• Proficiency with RSLogix, Siemens PLC, motor drives, and general controls equipment.      
• Familiarity with HMI configuration software and industrial Ethernet communications.
• Experience with Keyence Machine Vision Inspection Systems is advantageous.          
• Knowledge of NEC and UL requirements, AutoCAD, Aveva Wonderware, and Ignition is beneficial.           
• Strong communication skills and teamwork ability.           
• Experience in project scope definition and implementation.                
• Willingness for short-term regional travel for start-ups. (minimum travel)

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 9 Month(s).

Work Environment

• Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts.
• Office setting with less than 30% travel.
• The role involves working closely with Project Coordinators/Estimators to release manufacturing documents for costing purposes or for procurement and production.
• Participate in a team-oriented, multi-person environment.
• This is a very collaborative work environment, and a hybrid work option is available as the candidate gets up to speed on products, with a timeline of 6-12 months.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $41.00

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $38 - $41